Carrot Raisin Salad
This Carrot Raisin Salad is a sweet, tangy, and creamy side dish made with grated carrots, juicy pineapple tidbits, plump raisins, and a simple dressing. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners, this nostalgic recipe is a refreshing take on the classic Chick-fil-A-style salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes + 1 hour chill time
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Ingredients
- ½ cup raisins
- 1 cup warm water (or warm pineapple juice)
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and grated
- 1 small can pineapple tidbits, drained very well
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Instructions
- Soak raisins in warm water or pineapple juice for 10 minutes, then drain well.
- Peel and grate the carrots by hand or using a food processor.
- In a medium bowl, mix grated carrots, mayonnaise, and sugar until combined.
- Add drained pineapple tidbits and soaked raisins. Stir until everything is well mixed.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour. Stir again before serving.
Notes
- Swap raisins with golden raisins or dried cranberries for variation.
- Mix plain Greek yogurt with mayo for a tangier twist.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for subtle warm spice.
- Include chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for crunch.
- Best served cold and gets better after a few hours in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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